Senior Client Employee Benefits Advisor

Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP, one of the world’s leading global law firms with offices in strategic hubs of commerce, law, and government across North America, Asia, Europe, and the Middle East, is seeking to hire a Senior Client Employee Benefits Advisor. The Senior Client Employee Benefits Advisor reports to Legal Practice Support management and the Employee Benefits Practice Group and is assigned to work closely with attorneys, Senior Client Employee Benefits Consultants, and clients on all matters relating to firm clients’ employee benefit plans and programs. This position can be resident in any of the following offices: Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, New York, Washington, DC or Chicago and a hybrid in‑office/remote working schedule is available. Primary Functions And Responsibilities Reviews statutory, regulatory, and other governmental pronouncements to assess the impact on clients’ employee benefit plans. Prepares and amends employee benefit plans to ensure compliance with applicable legal requirements and to implement plan design changes. Prepares and revises summary plan descriptions and other employee communications. Advises clients on how to resolve compliance issues and other technical matters that arise in the day‑to‑day administration of their employee benefit plans and programs. Assesses impact of corporate transactions (mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, etc.) on clients’ employee benefit plans. Prepares IRS determination letter requests and other governmental filings. At the direction of practice group attorneys, assists Firm Benefits Department in connection with issues and concerns that arise in the administration of the firms’ employee benefit plans. Participates in client pitches and prepares client development materials. Assists in preparation of Employee Benefits Practice Group MLBeneBits blog posts, LawFlashes, and Webcasts. Conducts internal benefit compliance audits of client benefit plans, policies, and practices. Education And Experience A Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from a four‑year college or university. A minimum of 5 years of experience as a member of a benefits consulting team, client service team, or a law firm team in the employee benefits practice area. The equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered. Qualifications & Skills Strong technical proficiency and analytical capabilities. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Demonstrated customer service, interpersonal, and leadership abilities. Strategic thinker with strong problem‑solving skills. Self‑starter with effective project management and organizational skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt in a fast‑paced environment. Experience with budgeting and working collaboratively in team settings. Capable of analyzing complex technical, legal, or financial information and presenting insights to senior stakeholders. Proficient in data analysis, including statistical concepts and quantitative problem‑solving. Technical Proficiency Accounting: Carpe Diem. Document Management: Microsoft Office Suite, WorkSite, Legal MacPac, Adobe Acrobat. Practice Tools: SuperForm, Relius. Research Platforms: LexisNexis, Westlaw, RIA, BNA, CCH. Communication Tools: Office Communicator. For positions in Chicago, IL, the salary range for this job posting is: $143,000.00 – $228,800.00. For positions in Washington, DC, the salary range for this job posting is: $149,300.00 – $238,775.00. For positions in New York, NY, the salary range for this job posting is: $155,500.00 – $248,725.00. Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP is committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. We value inclusion and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Pursuant to applicable state and municipal Fair Chance Laws and Ordinances, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. California Applicants Pursuant to the California Consumer Privacy Act, the following link contains the Firm's California Consumer Privacy Act Privacy Notice for Candidates which explains the categories of personal information we collect and the purposes for which we use such personal information: CCPA Privacy Notice for Candidates. 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